WHO WE ARE

WAY OF THE EARTHKEEPER – supporting THE AUTHENTIC WISDOM KEEPERS, THEIR COMMUNITIES AND sharing their ANCIENT KNOWLEDGE TO TRANSFORM THE WORLD

ESTABLISHED IN MAY 2020,WAY OF THE EARTHKEEPER IS

a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization committed to assisting in the preservation of indigenous wisdom, energy healing techniques, and shamanic practices in Peru and around the world.

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FOUNDER LINDA FITCH’s MESSAGE

LINDA FITCH

Teacher. Shaman. Coach

“I was so deeply touched with the earthkeepers path watching Don Manuel Quispe, the last of the great shaman who talked directly to the mountains, bow down on both knees and offer his heartfelt love, blessings and gratitude to the mother earth (Pachamama). He must have been in his mid eighties and his love and connection to the earth was palpable. We in the western world are great “thinkers” but it is the shaman who live in their “heart”. Through their heart connection they share the wisdom on how to live a life full of flow and ease.

I’ve taught shamanic classes and lead trips to visit these wisdom keepers for over 25 years and watched lives be transformed again and again. When your “head – or right thinking” comes into alignment with the “heart – or right loving” then the “belly – or right action” can flow in balance. The shaman calls this Ayni or Right Relationship. The right action for the shaman includes service.

I’ve heard for years from students or journeyers – How can I help? My mom died and left me some resources, or I’m so deeply touched by the transformation in my life, what more can I do? I want to say thank you and share my gratitude and abundance that this shamanic work has given to my life. How can I support this path?

This desire to be of service and support the indigenous knowledge keepers and their ancient wisdom path was the vision. I wanted to offer a way of taking that right action, a way of being an “earthkeeper” by directly assisting the local shamanic teachers we work with. And a way of knowing that this kind of financial support could be easy, that it would go to projects on the ground and support the teachers as they struggle in economies with so many less resources.

I also wanted a way to help educate others about this special ancient knowledge of right thinking, right loving and right action to create… right relationship or Ayni. This is the wisdom path that has been passed down teacher to student, parent to child for thousands of years.”

MEET LINDA FITCH

Linda Fitch is a practicing shaman who has studied and worked with the Inka medicine men and women of Peru for over two and half decades.

The former CEO of the Four Winds Society, Dean of its Light Body School of energy medicine, and developer of the Dying Consciously Teacher Training program, she has trained thousands of students in shamanic healing techniques. She is known for her groundbreaking trainings and classes, and leads expeditions to the high mountains, coast and jungles of Peru.

With a stellar track record and impeccable reputation as a teacher of shamanic energy medicine, Linda has taught at prestigious locations like Omega, Kripalu, Esalen, Mount Madonna, Alternatives and East/West.

Linda delivers self-development training and seminars on personal growth subjects such as creating a life in balance, dreams as messages, sacred time, destiny, creating a positive life story, intuition through visioning or seeing what you desire, and living a shamanic or sacred path. A key element in her classes and workshops is an emphasis on being of service in the world, and her graceful style helps others to shift their life to create the destiny they desire.

Way of The Earthkeeper Board of directors

Traci Ireland

Traci Ireland is a practicing Shamanic healer, Reiki teacher and founder of Courage to Leap Energy Medicine. Her primary studies and initiations since 2005 are in the Peruvian shamanic medicine traditions, and she also apprenticed with a local Cherokee medicine woman from Idaho for over three years.

Traci began her journey with Reiki healing energies in 2014, and she weaves this powerful modality in all aspects of her Life and Work. She is honored and thrilled to serve as a member of WoE organization to assist in the preservation of ancient indigenous knowledge, support authentic wisdom keepers and their communities to bring more harmony, peace, balance, and beauty into our world for generations to come.

Amira Chapple was born in Kenya and came to the US in 1983. She trained with the Four Winds with Linda Fitch and Alberto Villoldo - graduated in 2011.

She practices Shamanic Healing Medicine and is also a hairdresser.

She immediately said ‘yes’ to join the Way of the Earthkeepers because she has such a high regard for Linda.

She finds that Linda is an amazing teacher, and a person whose compassion and integrity has left a big impression on her.

She believes that Way of the Earthkeepers aim to support others by educating in shamanic healing and reciprocity is a wonderful endeavor . The opportunity to support that vision was a gift for Amira.

Amira Chapple

Mike began studying natural healing, nutrition, and yoga in 1978.

For 27+years he has been owner, director and teacher at the Original Hot Yoga Houston. He became aware of the teachings and the wisdom of the shamans of Peru in 2007 and continues to learn and deepen his understanding of these amazing teachings.

“Much of my personal transformation is due to spending time in the Amazon Jungle, studying with those that live and thrive there. Being close to the source to learn from those who protect, serve and administer the wisdom is the gift I wish to give to others. Being involved with WoE is an opportunity to share the life changing benefits of reconnecting with nature.”

Mike winter

Mary Anne Battaglia

Mary Anne Battaglia is a Shamanic Reiki Practitioner. Her interest in energy healing led to a yearlong apprenticeship in Usui Reiki. Mary Anne is also a graduate of the Shamanic Reiki Worldwide Evolving Teacher Training EV2. She enjoys co-facilitating women’s retreats and has taught Shamanic Reiki with her sister Grace Barr through the Integrative Life Institute of Naples, FL.

Her most recent trip was to the Amazon Rain Forest lead by her teacher and friend Linda Fitch. One of the highlights was visiting a small primary school, one of the projects supported by Way of the Earthkeepers. After seeing the impact of WoE, Mary Anne feels honored to serve on the Board and grateful for the opportunity to be part of the mission.

BILL RENEAU

William Reneau (Bill) is a seasoned entrepreneur and e-business consultant with over 35 years of experience in business and technology solutions.

Bill combines his diverse talents and shamanic principles to offer unique problem-solving insights for companies. Bill's life journey, from California to Belize to Philadelphia, and now New Jersey has shaped him from a hands on learning approach, earning patents and accolades from a young age.

He now shares his wisdom as a Certified Life Coach & consultant guiding clients to empower their lives. Bill also supports over 300 artisans as the owner of EarthShack, a handmade gift and herbiary store.

Melbra Watts

Melbra Watts is the Executive Director of the Charlotte Maxwell Clinic which provides free access to integrative care for San Francisco Bay Area low-income women with cancer.

She has managed a private practice as an Energy Healing Practitioner and has facilitated a number of community projects and workshops for symposiums and conferences with a focus on women’s health.

Melbra holds a BA in Social Welfare from U.C. Berkley, MBA in Management from Golden State University, and numerous certifications including African Ritual Healing Initiation from Ancestors Wisdom Spring, and Shamanic Energy Medicine from The Four Winds.

“WE COME TOGETHER IN A COMMON VISION, WANTING TO SHARE THIS IMPORTANT PURPOSEFUL KNOWLEDGE FROM THOUSANDS OF YEARS TO CARRY IT FORWARD, IN THIS TIME”

“So graciously have indigenous wisdomkeepers shared ancient knowledge, cultural traditions and healing practices with the West. I’m happy to support their training of their own descendants, especially as drastic changes impact their communities. Future generations stand to benefit from their valuable compass for self-awareness, healing and wellbeing.”

— Melbra Watts

“SERVING AS GENTLE GUIDES ON YOUR SHAMANIC PATH TO SELF AWARENESS, SELF DISCOVERY, AND SELF HEALING.”

— Michael Winter, Board Member

WHAT WE ARE ABOUT

To share heart-centered shamanic energy medicine throughout the world via:

In-person shamanic trainings and expeditions
Online presence and classes
Goodwill and giving back to the community

OUR VISION

Provide education, awareness, and support for the preservation of indigenous wisdom. Support shamanic practice and training, heart-centered energy medicine, and advanced wisdom teachings to foster the well-being of ourselves, others, and the world. Provide support for local infrastructure development as needed in the indigenous communities we are engaged with.